This Is the Very Best Meal For Inflammation, According to Registered Dietitians - Yahoo Life

Parade consulted Lifesum advisor Christina Jax, RDN, LDN, CLY, RYT, for more information on what causes inflammation in the body.

When we are in a chronic state of stress, the hormone cortisol is continuously released by the body and can contribute to increased cravings of less healthy food options."

Think: farmers market local produce, well-sourced animal proteins, nourishing fats like avocado and coconut, fresh (vs. old) spices, and even frozen organic fruits and veggies count!"

"It's served with local veggies, rich spices and organic coconut milk and can be made with your favorite wild seafood like salmon or shrimp.

"An anti-inflammatory diet high in polyphenol foods like cranberries, blueberries, raw cacao, turmeric, ginger and fresh spices, in general, can help reduce bodily inflammation," Gerber explains.

To add insult to injury, processed meats don't just increase the risk of an inflammatory response from your body; they also have been linked to several diseases, including type 2 diabetes and colon cancer.